Jamal Hill is an American Paralympic medalist who is dedicated to helping others learn how to swim with the ultimate goal of overcoming the drowning epidemic. As a Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Swimming Medalist for the United States of America, Jamal uses his global platform to provide swimming education resources, opportunities, and inspiration to millions around the world, including young people with disabilities.
Jamal is the founder of the Swim Up Hill Foundation which focuses on reaching low-and middle-income communities of colour both nationally and internationally that are at the greatest risk of drowning. To date, the organization has established partnerships across the United States, as well as international programmes in Colombia, Portugal, and within countries in Northern Africa.
Jamal is inspired to build an international network that removes the stigma associated with disability, fosters the inclusion and well-being of persons with disabilities into sports, and empowers an ever-expanding and inclusive aquatics global community for decades to come.
